Senior Azure SQL database Developer

Job Title: Senior Azure SQL Database Developer

Shift Timings: 12:30 PM - +:30 PM

Location: Remote, Work from Home

Experience Required: 10 to 15 years

We are seeking an experienced and skilled SQL developer to contribute to the design, development, and management of our Azure database infrastructure and SQL-based applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SQL development with hands-on experience in Azure SQL Database, Linked Servers, and Database Replication.

As a key player in our team, you will be responsible for optimizing database performance, implementing and managing linked servers, and ensuring the smooth replication of data across various systems.

Key Responsibilities:
• Optimize database performance by developing efficient query plans and indexing strategies.
• Implement and manage linked servers to enable data integration across different systems.
• Ensure smooth replication of data across various systems using transactional, merge, and snapshot replication.
• Contribute to the design and development of our Azure database infrastructure and SQL-based applications.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Proven experience as an SQL Developer or Database Developer.
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Services, and Azure Parallel Data Warehouse (PDW).
• In-depth knowledge of SQL Server Replication, including Transactional, Merge, and Snapshot replication.
• Expertise in configuring and maintaining Linked Servers in SQL Server environments.
• Strong performance tuning skills for SQL Server and Azure SQL environments.
• Experience with Azure SQL Server performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization tools.
• Strong understanding of T-SQL for developing stored procedures, triggers, and complex queries.
• Familiarity with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) or other ETL tools for data migration and transformation.
• Knowledge of Azure Active Directory integration with databases and cloud security best practices.

Preferred Skills:
• Certifications in Microsoft SQL Server or Azure SQL Database.
• Experience with PowerShell scripting for automation of Azure SQL tasks.
• Familiarity with Azure Data Factory for data orchestration.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases or hybrid data storage solutions.
• Agile/Scrum experience in a database development environment.